Maryland § 9-602
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-602, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-602.
(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a State official or employee may not directly or indirectly monitor or record in any manner a telephone conversation made to or from a State unit.
(2) If prior approval is granted by the Attorney General, a State official or employee may monitor or record a telephone conversation:
(i) on telephone lines used exclusively for incoming police, fire, and rescue calls; or
(ii) with recorder-connector equipment that automatically produces a distinctive recorder tone repeated at approximately 15-second intervals.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
(c) Conviction of a violation of this section is also grounds for immediate dismissal from State employment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-602
What does Maryland Code § 9-602 cover?
Section 9-602 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 9-602?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 9-602 apply to my situation?
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